Awareness campaign on measles held in Gaibandha town

To raise public awareness about measles and help prevent its spread, Bashundhara Shuvosangho organised a day-long leaflet distribution campaign in Gaibandha town on Monday.

Members of Bashundhara Shuvosangho distributed measles awareness leaflets among pedestrians, businesspeople, and local residents. They also spoke directly with people, explaining the symptoms of measles, precautions against the disease, and the importance of staying alert to prevent its spread.

Awareness plays an important role in dealing with infectious diseases such as measles. In particular, parents were urged to remain vigilant about their children’s health, seek necessary healthcare services on time, and ensure that family members follow appropriate health and hygiene practices. The campaign also aimed to dispel misconceptions about the disease and spread messages about the importance of health awareness.

Those present at the campaign included Bashundhara Shuvosangho Gaibandha district branch adviser Humayun Ahmed Biplob and members Samiul Basir, Ayon Sultan, Sohanur Rahman, and Tirtha Talukdar.

Humayun Ahmed Biplob said, “Measles is an infectious disease. Its spread can be controlled to a significant extent through timely awareness and necessary preventive measures. Our initiative is aimed at increasing public awareness. Parents, in particular, need to be more conscious about protecting their children’s health. If every member of society becomes aware and takes responsibility from their own position, they can play an important role in preventing the spread of measles.”

He said people should be made aware of diseases before they spread, rather than only after an outbreak occurs. If families, educational institutions, social organisations, and various local-level institutions work together, the reach of health awareness can be expanded further, he noted.